Zookeepers are celebrating the birth of a Southern white rhino at Whipsnade Zoo – the 61st calf born since a vital conservation programme for the species began at the Zoo in 1970. The male calf was born on Sunday 1 November at around 4pm, to mum Fahari and dad Sizzle, at an estimated weight of […]
Naomi MacKay found out whodunnit at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, where The Mousetrap runs until Saturday 14 November. Since 1952, Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap has captivated the world with silent clues, shifting shadows and the best-kept secret in theatre history. Now, the record-breaking classic is on its 75th Anniversary tour – and is in Aylesbury this […]
A landmark report released yesterday – the State of Britain’s Dormice 2026 – reveals that Britain’s native hazel dormouse population has declined by 59% since 2000. The new report, published by wildlife charity People’s Trust for Endangered Species (PTES), also found that despite this stark historical decline, the national population has increased by almost 10% between […]
The planning appeal for the proposed Marshcroft development of up to 1,400 homes is due to start on 10 November 2026. Tring Town Council is formally taking part in the appeal, alongside the Grove Fields Residents Association, and has appointed professional consultants to present evidence and put forward the Council’s concerns at the inquiry. Individual […]
Tring author Peter Edward White is celebrating the release of his fifth book, Dark Urban Tales, vol 1. It comprises three novellas, with one instinct: Survival. The book includes three different tales: The Hushing Filament Detroit, USA : 2034 If you were in a relationship with an AI profile, and they let slip that the […]
It’s the season to be wild as Christmas comes to Whipsnade Zoo, offering a festive day out for the whole family surrounded by more than 10,000 animals. On select weekends from Saturday 21 November and every day from 12 until 24 December, visitors can celebrate Christmas at Whipsnade Zoo with a packed programme of winter […]
A small, independent children’s brand based in Berkhamsted is on a mission to keep little toes warm this winter, with an ambitious pledge to donate 10,000 pairs of socks to babies and children in need by Christmas. The Little Sock Company, founded in 2018 by local mum of three Katie Saunders, launched its No More […]
St Albans interior designers Natalie Roukin and Jenna Stopforth are celebrating By Two Studio’s Silver Award in the Best Businesswoman in a Creative Business category at the Best Businesswomen Awards 2026. They collected their award at a ceremony at the Daventry Court Hotel in October. The studio has close ties with Berkhamsted, Potten End and the […]
These beautiful cats are currently with Cats Protection Hemel Hempstead & Berkhamsted Branch – can you offer any of them a forever home? Pixie and Imp This set of siblings (pictured above) are Pixie (B/W female) and Imp (B/W female) approximately 13 weeks old who are now looking for their forever homes, as a pair, due to […]
Naomi MacKay watched Matilda The Musical at Milton Keynes Theatre, where it runs until Saturday 14 November. The Royal Shakespeare Company’s award-winning production of Matilda The Musical has arrived in Milton Keynes, bringing a magical mix of mischief, music and mayhem to the stage. Based on Roald Dahl’s much-loved story, this spectacular touring production proves […]
With National Fertility Awareness Week, 2-6 November 2026, aiming to raise awareness and support for those struggling with fertility, Ash Miller from St Albans, Herts, founder of Access Fertility, is calling for greater awareness of the financial barriers facing thousands of individuals and couples from pursuing fertility treatment. Ash (pictured) founded Access Fertility after witnessing […]
After learning to walk again following the sudden loss of his leg, patient David Field has returned to the West Herts Therapies Unit as a volunteer and is now helping other amputees take their first steps – earning praise as a ‘hero’ from patients. Despite losing a limb, David has chosen to share the motivation […]